Universal fire control, rechargeable, global positioning and alert communication, mount adapter utilizing push system with offset springs, mid-receiver carbine, and ambi-magazine release

ABSTRACT

A firearm comprises a lower frame with a fire control assembly connected to the lower frame. The fire control assembly includes a hammer, and the hammer has a first end pivotally connected to the frame. The hammer has an intermediate pivot connection. A link has a first end connected to the intermediate pivot connection and an opposed second end. The sled is connected to the second end of the link and operable to reciprocate with respect to the frame.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/063,412 filed on Aug. 9, 2020, entitled “Universal Fire Control, Rechargeable, Global Positioning and Alert Communication, Mount Adapter Utilizing Push System with Offset Springs, Mid-Receiver Carbine, and Ambi-Magazine Release,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety for all that is taught and disclosed therein.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to firearms, and more particularly to a mount for a firearm that enables the mount to be easily attached to and detached from a firearm.

BACKGROUND AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Universal Fire Control: Understanding that the Modulus frame is the most widely modular, tailorable, ergonomic, integratable, and adaptable fire control interface for a firearm in existence today and; understanding that the numerous fire controls in existence today ultimately serve the purpose of releasing or propelling a pin into a primer to ignite ammunition and; desiring to change or alter the way firearms are sold and purchased and; desiring to interchangeably integrate technology and other advancements into multiple types of firearms; the Universal Fire Control is thus an integratable fire control that can be purchased as a member of a handgun or any other variant, be recognized as the firearm, and be integrated into a number of different types of firearms, including but not limited to semi-automatic or bolt-action rifles, semi-automatic or pump action shotguns, and machineguns.

In an increasingly dynamic regulatory environment, one can estimate that decreased regulation in the sales and purchase process of firearms will be a net benefit to both the industry and the consumer. In particular, states like Illinois, California, New York, New Jersey, consumers will be less burdened by regulatory requirements and will be able to purchase one firearm that is convertible, with parts sold and shipped directly to their households, into multiple different types of firearms. In addition, in states with handgun rosters like California, a consumer may purchase a compliant shotgun and at a later time, legally convert that shotgun to an off-roster handgun with no additional regulatory intervention. From a tax perspective, Federal Excise Tax is paid only on the sale of the complete initial firearm configuration, and the accessory conversions are sold sans-tax, providing more margin to firearms industry manufactures and dealers alike, and a more affordable retail price to consumers.

Smart technology implementation into firearms has failed for two reasons, primarily in that the firearms industry is disinterested in integrating the technology, and secondarily because there are so many mechanical variants for which to adapt technology to. A Universal Fire Control that houses this technology in one grip and is adaptable/transferable to other widely-utilized housings, or simply shares the same method of fire control operation across multiple weapons, sets the conditions for the successful integration of smart technology across a wide-ranging number of popular platforms with simple adaptations.

Rechargeable, Global Positioning, and Alert Communication: In conjunction with the smart technology-enabled Universal Fire Control weapon system, a method of fixating and retaining said weapon system (“A Holster”) to a person, object, or vehicle; where said holster is rechargeable and provides a constant source of charge to the Universal Fire Control; where said holster has global positioning capability; where said holster has and an external method of digital or analog communication to an outside receiver or network of receivers; whereby when a Universal Fire Control-enabled weapon system is removed from the holster, subject to pre-programmable conditions, a signal is sent from the holster to the receiver(s), providing notification of unholstering of a weapon system as well as a location of the unholstering event; in real time.

Mount Adapter utilizing push system with offset springs: Many designs exist for mounting accessories to universal weapon accessory rails such as the NATO STANAG 4694 accessory rail. Methods of attachment include screws, levers, and knobs. This design focuses on applying a spring-loaded force as part of the clamping mechanism to aid in holding the accessory on the rail. The key elements of this design are comprised of a main body, a lock bar, a connecting push rod, and a spring or set of springs. The spring members apply force along to the push rod member that pulls the locking bar towards the main body creating a clamping force between the lock bar and the main body. The springs are registered off center from the push rod. This incorporates by reference U.S. Pat. No. 8,276,307, which discloses another device for this application.

Mid-Receiver Carbine: A modular pistol platform is currently in the market that allows a user to independently choose slide and barrel length, grip size and angle, magazine capacity, and other aspects of the grip known as the Modulus Pistol platform. Building upon the Modulus platform and; understanding the AR15 is the most popular carbine by sales today and; desiring to provide enhanced integration of the Modulus into further firearms platforms to include the AR15 without additional regulatory intervention; an integratable mid-receiver carbine for the Modulus frame as part of the first Universal Fire Control integration, featuring a unique linkage allowing a striker-fired frame foundation to operate a falling hammer and, with the exception of the non-firearm lower receiver integration, utilizing common-to-all AR15 parts currently available on the market today.

Ambi Magazine Release: A method of an ambidextrous magazine release for the AR15 platform that has a magazine catch plate assembly comprised of a base plate, a left-hand lever, and a magazine catch insert. With the depression of the left-hand lever the magazine catch insert moves perpendicular to the magwell to release the magazine. The entire magazine catch plate assembly moves perpendicular to the magwell when the standard magazine release button is depressed to release the magazine. Existing designs rotate the catch to release the magazine with the depression of the left-hand lever.

These are addressed by a firearm that comprises a lower frame with a fire control assembly connected to the lower frame. The fire control assembly includes a hammer, and the hammer has a first end pivotally connected to the frame. The hammer has an intermediate pivot connection. A link has a first end connected to the intermediate pivot connection and an opposed second end. The sled is connected to the second end of the link and operable to reciprocate with respect to the frame.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows the Modulus pistol in one possible configuration.

FIG. 2 shows the Modulus pistol in one possible configuration with the slide and barrel removed.

FIG. 3 shows the Modulus pistol depicted in FIG. 2 in a partially exploded assembly. Item 1 (Receiver) is mated to Item 3 (Dustcover) via interlocking geometry and fastened into Item 4 (Modular Grip Components) with Item 2 (Screw).

FIG. 4 depicts the isometric view of the receiver introduces in FIG. 3.

FIG. 5 shows the sub assembly Item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver).

FIG. 6 shows an exploded view of a carbine configuration of the Modulus pistol platform. Item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver) is assembled with Item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly) and fastened with Item 2 (Screw). Item 7 (Standard AR15 Upper) can then be used to complete the firearm assembly just like it would mate with a standard AR15 Lower.

FIG. 7 depicts the assembly described in FIG. 6, ready to receive the standard AR15 Upper. Item 6 slides onto Item 5, utilizing the rails originally designed for the slide assembly and is secured with item 2.

FIG. 8 depicts the assembly described in FIG. 6 as a complete Firearm.

FIG. 9 is a cross-section through the center of the assembly described in FIG. 6.

FIG. 10 is a cropped and enlarged view of the cross-section shown in FIG. 9. Area 8 shows a typical striker fire connection in Item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver); however, instead of connecting to a firing pin, area 8 Connects to Item 9 (sled) in Item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly). This connection allows for the fire control in Item 5 to operate the firearm. The sled is connected to item 11 (hammer) by item 10 (connector arm), allowing the linear control to be converted into a hammer strike. Item 9, 10, and 11 are housed in Item 12 (mid-receiver body). The Magwell for rifle rounds is built into item 12. In this image, the firing mechanism is shown in the charged or ready-to-fire state.

FIG. 11 shows the assembly described in FIG. 10 as the hammer is striking the firing pin firing the round.

FIG. 12 shows the assembly described in FIG. 10 as the carrier is resetting the trigger mechanism.

FIG. 13 shows Item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly) in a cross-section view.

FIG. 14 shows Item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly) in a bottom view, with Item 9 (sled) connected to Item 10 (Connector Arm).

FIG. 15 shows Item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly) in a back view.

FIG. 16 shows item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly) in a partially exploded state. Item 13 (Mid-Receiver Stop) is installed into item 12 (mid-receiver body) to pass recoil into item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver) and act as a stop when installing the mid receiver assembly on to Item 5.

FIG. 17 show cross-section through Item 6 (Mid-Receiver Assembly). Area 14 shows the groove for mating on the rail in Item 1 (receiver). Area 15 shows the sliding connection between Item 9 (Sled) and Item 12 (Mid receiver Body). The image also shows Item 13 (Mid Receiver Stop) fastened to Item 12 (Mid receiver Body).

FIG. 18 Shows 3 views of the Item 9 (Sled).

FIG. 19 shows an isometric view of item 10 (Connector).

FIG. 20 shows an isometric view of item 9 (Sled).

FIG. 21 shows an isometric view of item 11 (Hammer).

FIG. 22 shows an isometric view of item 13 (Mid Receiver Stop).

FIG. 23 shows an isometric view of item 12 (Mid Receiver Body).

FIG. 24 depicts Item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver) with Item 16 (pump action shotgun upper assembly) installed.

FIG. 25 depicts Item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver) with Item 17 (bolt action rifle upper assembly) installed.

FIG. 26 depicts Item 5 (Modular grip components mated with the receiver) with Item 18 (machine gun upper assembly) installed.

FIG. 27 shows an optic mount shown in an isometric view.

FIG. 28 shows an optic mount shown in a rear view.

FIG. 29 shows an optic mount shown in a side view.

FIG. 30 shows a cross-section of a mount adapter assembly for an optic. The mount adapter assembly is held onto the rail by spring force pulling the lock bar member towards the main body of the mount. Item 21 (Spring) is captured above the push rod in the Item 19 (main body). The force of the spring is translated through item 20 (Cross set screw).

FIG. 31 shows a cross-section of the mount adapter assembly when clamped about a rail. The lock bar and the main body are pulled together clamping on the rail. The knob is unscrewed allowing the push rod assembly to move if depressed. Item 22 (Rail) is an example of a rail in which the assembly would mount on.

FIG. 32 shows an exploded view of a mount adapter assembly. Item 24 (Push Rod) is connected to Item 23 (Lock Bar) in a way that the two items move in and out along the axis of the push rod together. Item 25 (Knob) is threaded on the push rod and can be torqued to add additional clamping force. Item 26 (Guide Pins) are pressed into Item 19 (Main Body) and limit the motion of the lock bar to one direction. Item 19 (Main body) has geometry for fastening and supporting an accessory such as an optic mount. Item 21 (Spring) can be one or multiple springs that apply force into the push rod that is translated to the lock bar to pull the lock bar and main body together to clamp on a rail. The springs are set off axis of the push rod. Item 20 (Cross Set Screw) Is installed through the push rod and connects the spring to the push rod. Item 28 (set screw) is used to secure the push rod to the lock bar.

FIG. 33 shows an optic mount shown in a bottom view.

FIG. 34 shows an isometric view of the ambi magazine release assembly. When Item 29 (lever) is depressed item 31 (Catch) is retracted while item 30 (catch plate body) remains stationary. When item 31 is retracted a magazine can be removed from the magwell. The entire assembly would move when the traditional AR15 mag release button is depressed.

FIG. 35 shows a cross-section of the ambi magazine release assembly depicting Item 29 pinned to item 30 able to pivot to retract item 31.

FIG. 36 shows an exploded view of the ambi magazine release assembly. 

I claim:
 1. A firearm comprising: a lower frame; a fire control assembly connected to the lower frame; the fire control assembly including a hammer; the hammer having a first end pivotally connected to the frame; the hammer having an intermediate pivot connection; a link having a first end connected to the intermediate pivot connection and an opposed second end; and a sled connected to the second end of the link and operable to reciprocate with respect to the frame. 